The Salt Cave “Hodzhaikon” is the largest salt mine in the CIS countries, located in the Sherobod District of Surkhandarya, Uzbekistan. Nestled on the southeastern slope of the Kugitangtau foothills at 650 meters above sea level, this extraordinary cave is renowned for its unique microclimate and healing properties.

Unique Features

• The cave stretches 144.5 meters in length, with five chambers totaling 965 cubic meters.

• Walls and ceilings are naturally covered with 1–3 meters of salt layers, forming striking stalactites.

• A spring flows through the cave, enriching the air with salt solutions.

Healing Microclimate

• Air temperature remains stable at 17–21°C year‑round.

• Atmospheric pressure: ~700 mm Hg.

• Relative humidity: 50–70%.

• Salt concentration: 4.7–5.9 mg/m³, dominated by sodium chloride (98%), with magnesium, potassium, iron hydroxide, and 20 trace elements.

• Recognized by the Termez Institute of Medical Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy, the cave provides therapeutic benefits for respiratory and overall health.

Why Visit Hodzhaikon Salt Cave?

• Experience a natural healing environment unlike any other in Central Asia.

• Discover the largest salt cave in the CIS, famous across Uzbekistan and neighboring countries.

• Combine health, nature, and cultural tourism in the Sherobod region of Surkhandarya.

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